Aloxe-Corton “Beloix” | Côte de Beaune

2008

After the success of the 2005 the Janny family have let us have all the 2006 vintage—only 75 cases—from the tiny Beloix vineyard of 1/2 hectare. The 2004 and 2005 vintages sold out very quickly indeed so we don’t expect this to last long. This is wonderfully rich, ripe, very fine red Burgundy that is drinking well now and will continue to improve for another 5 years. The 2008 vintage is very good indeed. We would have taken 10 times this amount had it been made. A spectacular tiny parcel of great red Burgundy that would normally command a far higher price—exceptional value.

Our tasting notes

In a word: delicious. Pale ruby classic Pinot colour with luscious chocolate, burnt ripe fruit, smokey aromas. Fully ripe, soft, fruit-filled Pinot, beautifully balanced. It is just reaching peak maturity now and will drink really well for at least another 7 years. A real treat.

Wine data

Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Winemaker: Pierre Janny
Appellation: AC Aloxe-Corton
Alcohol: 13.0%

About Aloxe Corton

One of the finest appellations in the Côte de Beaune—130 hectares in total only on 'La Montagne' (limestone/mole) terroir producing some of the best Pinot Noir in the world.

 

Prices are all-inclusive for deliveries to UK mainland. Minimum total order is 1 case (12 bottles of 75cl equivalent) for the UK and 2 cases (24 bottles of 75cl equivalent) for Northern Ireland, Highlands and islands. Please note there is a surcharge for delivery to Northern Ireland and Islands. Please call 020 7549 7900 for more info or read our Delivery/Collection Information and Terms & Conditions. We use recycled boxes for our mixed cases to help protect the environment.